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Harmonies of Heaven and Earth
Mysticism in Music from Antiquity to the Avant-Garde
Published by Inner Traditions
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book
Joscelyn Godwin explores music's effects on matter, living things, and human behavior. Turning to metaphysical accounts of the higher worlds and theories of celestial harmony, the author follows the path of musical inspiration on its descent to Earth, illuminating the archetypal currents that lie beneath Western musical history.
Product Details
- Publisher: Inner Traditions (November 1, 1987)
- Length: 208 pages
- ISBN13: 9780892815005
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"Through a rich, eclectic mix of mythological, philosophical, literary, and scientific references, the deeper meanings of sound and music are revealed."
– Gnosis
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